What to See and Do in the Charlevoix Region of Michigan

Michigan Life's Region 11 Charlevoix Area including Charlevoix County, Cheboygan County, Emmet County, Presque Isle County Michigan.

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What to See and Do in Region 11 - Charlevoix Area

North Star has been a trusted name in the Christmas Tree industry for 75 years. We are family owned and operated and love nothing more than family traditions! We encourage families to start or continue the tradition of choosing and cutting a real Christmas tree.

60 downhill runs, our commitment to skiing is every bit as strong as it's always been. When snowboarding came along, we were quick to welcome new generations of riders to the slopes - and to make way for seven terrain parks where skiers and snowboarders alike could catch air and push winter's boundaries.

The Winter Sports Park provides a community venue for many popular winter recreational activities: Two Ice Rinks | Ski Area | Sledding Area | Warming House/Concession

Come celebrate 101 years of a magical tradition in downtown Harbor Springs at the Christmas Tree Lighting. This is one of the most unforgettable ways to start off the holiday season!

From the beginning in 1957 Dorie and Nub Sarns knew that this hill in the great Michigan outdoors was going to be some place special. They cleared the trees and installed a double chairlift, and opened for business. In 1964 the slope "Crazy Otto" opened named after the groomer Otto Washburn.

Take in the beautiful vista of the Mackinac Bridge, the north entrance to the Heritage Route. Spend the day at the 100+ shops in Mackinaw City. Bike on the 62-mile North Central State Trail past sparkling inland lakes and along the Lake Huron shoreline. Float down the 38-mile inland waterway from Lake Huron to Crooked Lake.

December 2, 2023 @ 6:00 pm

The Parade of Lights on Main Street comes alive with the lights of the Holiday season. Watch the many colorful floats, marching groups, and listen to the seasonal songs as they meander down Main Street. Children will beam with excitement as they watch for Santa Claus and his sleigh. This is not an event to miss!

Have you and your family been searching for things to do in Northern Michigan? Look no further! Nautical North Family Adventures offers a wide variety of options to get you out on the water, having fun, learning history and enjoying the natural beauty that defines our area.

Whether it's a Christmas Tree that becomes part of your family holiday tradition, or a new addition to your landscaping and homestead, Stempky Nursery pride ourselves on quality work, healthy trees, customer service and an unrivaled Northern Michigan work ethic.

February 16-19, 2024

Winter Wonderland Weekend will feature ice carving demonstrations, Downtown shopping and restaurant specials, a scavenger hunt through the Downtown shops, and a Downtown Dollars shopping contest, all held within the boundaries of the Downtown Petoskey Social District.

The Harbor Springs Lyric Theatre open year round features three theaters each with their own theme. The largest theater seats 195 and is proud to bring first run & classic movies to downtown Harbor Springs, Michigan. The Lyric Theatre is a charitable non-profit organization offering movies on Main Street in Harbor Springs, MI.

July 20, 21, & 22, 2023

Since the inception of the Beaver Island Music Festival in 2003 this unique event has remained committed to their mission of “promoting the variety and tradition of all music and art” by creating opportunities for artists and our community.

Challenges you to learn about our northern wildlife while playing miniature golf and having great family fun! Match up any 12 animals with their tracks on the hole marker and you WIN a FREE game! At the legendary Straits of Mackinac next to Traverse Bay Woolen Company.

Since 1978 The Boss Family Christmas Display has filled our hearts with holiday spirit. Many have grown up visiting each year. The display includes both nostalgic and current characters. Plan on visiting any night until the first of the new year. Open every night at 9336 Pearl St. in Charlevoix MI 49720.

Garden Bay Winery is one of just a handful of Upper Peninsula wineries (located on the beautiful Garden Peninsula). Our goal is simply to produce small batches of delicious wines from Michigan fruit. Find us in Mackinaw City or Munising.

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